Abstract: The disclosed invention is a relay switch that is capable of controlling the sequence in which a multi-unit heat pump system where the relay device determines which of the units act as primary and which a secondary. The disclosed switch is capable of reconfiguring the sequencing with a mere flip of a switch or a toggle of an actuator. There is a protective case enclosing the actual switch. The casing carries the dual role of insulating the switch and electrical connectors, as well as providing instructions on how to integrate the disclosed device into an existing heat pump system, as well as how to operate the device after successful integration. The wiring to the switch is accomplished via a panel of clearing marked external connectors. The switch can then operate via a mechanical or electronic actuator exposed on the surface of the protective case, or remotely via a connection module.

Abstract: An automated method adapted to monitor and analyze patient data includes: receiving patient data from a set of patient monitoring devices; analyzing the patient data based at least partly on a set of evaluation criteria; and generating multiple status reports, each status report based at least partly on the analysis of patient data. A system adapted to collect and analyze patient data includes: multiple measurement devices, each device associated with a particular patient; a server device adapted to receive data from at least one of the measurement devices; and a storage adapted to store the received data. An automated method adapted to evaluate quality of care of patients having a chronic condition includes: receiving patient data; receiving a set of performance metrics; receiving a set of operating procedures; and generating a set of reports based at least partly on an evaluation of the patient data, performance metrics and operating procedures.

Abstract: Apparatus 10 for an article holder 26 having opposing pliable arms forming means 32 for attaching the holder to an article of clothing or mounting to a structure using the fastener mounting aperture 36. Depending from the closed distal end of the pliable arms is a cantilevered ring serving as the article holder 26 having a divergent tongue 28 extending therefrom adjacent to the pliable arms with one of the arms having a protrusion forming a support element 42 for the tongue terminus. Once an article, such as a handheld blow dryer 12, is placed therein, the tongue 28 directs the nozzle of the blower away from the user 14.